2024 Nissan Altima vs. Hyundai Sonata

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Overview

The 2024 Nissan Altima and Hyundai Sonata are great competitors in midsize sedans. The vehicles are popular choices for customers looking for reliability and comfort. We will discuss key aspects such as design, reliability, performance capabilities, and safety features and help you make the right purchase between the two.

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Design and Style

The Nissan Altima adopts a more aggressive design with a bold V-motion grille on the exterior. The interior is spacious and comfortable. The 2024 Hyundai Sonata has a sleek, modern design with a prominent front grille and sharp LED headlights. The Nissan Altima design stands out compared to the Hyundai Sonata with its more diverse color options. There are 9 exterior colors for the Altima compared to 8 with the Sonata.

Technology and Safety

When it comes to tech and safety, the Altima takes the lead. The 2024 Nissan Altima has a ProPILOT Assist option that offers innovative technology like helping you keep in the center when driving in curves, as well as maintaining a speed that you preset along with distance. It also has a user-friendly infotainment system that integrates well with a smartphone. The 2024 Hyundai Sonata has an intuitive infotainment system that integrates with smartphones via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Also, it comes equipped with safety features, such as lane assist and blind-spot collision warning.

Performance

The 2024 Nissan Altima has a standard, four-cylinder engine mated to an optional all-wheel drive. It also has a VC-Turbo® engine that offers improved efficiency and power with up to 248 horsepower offered. It delivers a smooth and relaxed ride, making it a good choice. The 2024 Hyundai Sonata has various engine choices and comes with different engine options as well. All-Wheel Drive is only available on one of the trim levels for the Sonata, where the Altima has the AWD option for three trims.

In terms of fuel efficiency, both cars are great options if looking for an efficient sedan, however, the Altima offers an EPA-estimated 27/39/32 MPG compared to the Sonata that has an EPA-estimated 25/36/29 MPG.

If you want a sedan with a standout performance in capability and efficiency, as well as a car that you can find a plethora of options with, consider a new Nissan Altima today.